It depends what u want to do in 3d application if u want to work for Architecture u can go for 3ds max if u want to go for vfx u can go for maya,but the main thing is if u want to do any thing u can do in both application these are great application if u know u can do any thing u want i think its clear now.if are new its better start with 3ds max.
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